Friends and Neighbors,
As Hurricane Beryl came barreling up Southeast Texas early Monday morning, I wanted to share with you some resources that can be helpful in this time of need.
First, my website has links to resources, including your local Emergency Management Agency phone numbers, the Federal Emergency Management Agency website, and the National Weather Service website.
We are in contact with Texas-New Mexico Power, CenterPoint Energy, Entergy, ERCOT, and others, as well as our internet and cable providers, and they're working around the clock to get all services back up and running as soon as possible.
Tips to Protect Yourself AFTER the Storm:
Do not overexert yourself. Overexertion after a hurricane can lead to dangerous medical emergencies, such as heart attacks and heat stroke.
Practice proper generator safety. Generator accidents can be common after hurricanes, so familiarize yourself with generator safety. Keep your generator dry and in a well-ventilated area.
Be careful around power tools commonly used for cleanup. If you aren’t trained to use these tools, leave it to the experts.
NEVER drive through flooded roads. Just one foot of water is enough to float a car. Turn around, don’t drown.
Important Phone Numbers:
2-1-1 for shelter, food and disaster services
7-1-1 for Relay Texas Service
1-800-452-9292 for TxDOT statewide road closures
1-800-525-5555 for roadside assistance
512-424-2208 for Texas Department of Emergency Management
1-800-621-3362 for FEMA Disaster Assistance
Helpful Resources:
Texas Hurricane Center
Texas Ready
Hurricanes.gov
Disaster Assistance
Flood Smart
Ready.gov
Texas Department of Insurance - Before the Storm
Drive Texas
TDHCA weatherization tips
HUD disaster resources
As we learn more about the damage, we will continue to update you. Please reach out if you have any questions or if we can be of any assistance.
We are Texas Strong!
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